1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 1970 Simca 1100
To start off, 1970 Simca 1100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,203 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Innocenti 950 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Innocenti 950 | 1970 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | 950 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
